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2004 Musings I'm Glad a poem by Gina Norman  /  December 10, 2004 Enjoy a modern-day Psalm celebrating God in everything ordinary! Closet Prayers a poem by Dean Robinson /  December 10, 2004 Thirty-eight years ago, I gave my heart to the Lord. As I look back, the most valued times with God have been on my knees. It is my cuddle time with God, when I absorb all of his graces, and he relieves me of all my problems and strengthens me for a new day. Hope After Failure a poem by Dean Robinson /  November 19, 2004 We have all fallen short of the glory of God; we have all failed our loved ones; we have all failed ourselves. Is there hope after failure? What God Sees a poem by Gina Norman /  November 12, 2004 The author dedicates this poem to its inspiration: Carter Kehn, a precious little boy with Autism. When looking at him with a Kingdom-of-God view, it's impossible to see what's supposedly lacking! Merry-Go-Round a poem by Darrell Rohling /  November 12, 2004 This poem captures the difficult, waring aspect of Kingdom Centeredness, a challenge given from the pulpit in October, as well as the evenutal victory by the "silent Center." I Can't Wait to Be With You a poem by Gina Norman /  October 22, 2004 When the world is on your shoulders and you can’t take it anymore, do you instinctively run to God? This poem may just inspire you to do so.  My Beautiful Mom a poem by Dean Robinson /  October 15, 2004 Make sure you have a box of Kleenex nearby before reading this heartfelt poem for the author's dying mother. Capture Me a poem by Darrell Rohling / October 8, 2004 Perhaps you can relate to the similes about being denied the Sunday morning "elusive holy buzz" in this poem. Empty My Pockets a poem by Gina Norman / September 24, 2004 If you are carrying too much in your spiritual pockets - things like shame, guilt, and judgment that so easily weigh us down - ask God to empty them for you. He will! Singed a poem by Darrell Rohling/ September 3, 2004 Enjoy this redemptive poem wrought with fiery imagery! Shameful Sins Forgiven a devotional and poem by Dean Robinson/ September 3, 2004 We all remember committing a shameful sin and living in its public backwash. The writer reminds us that when we find the hope and the vision God gives us during such difficult times, we will be able to love much because we were forgiven much. My Plea a poem by Gina Norman/ August 6, 2004 While waiting to hear from God about his plans for her life, the author learns that God's work isn't always "bigger and better"! For Randy a poem by Dean Robinson / July 30, 2004 Read about the connections between a homeless boy, the woman who wiped blood from Christ's face, and the author in this short recollection and poem. I'm Hungry a poem by GIna Norman/ July 23, 2004 As selfish humans, we often want what we don't need. This poem reminds us of what we SHOULD desire. Knowing I, Part 1 and Knowing I, Part 2 a short story by Darrell Rohling/ July 2, 2004 Read a two-part short story of a lawyer's struggle with Multiple Personality Disorder - can you tell truth from fiction? Face to Faith a poem by Darrell Rohling/ June 25, 2004 Enter the often juxtaposed dimensions of seeking faith, its journey to be felt and reflected in one another, through a poem. As I Am a piece by Dean Robinson/ June 18, 2004 A message comparing the world's definition of love to God's, and appreciate the latter even more. My Shepherd a poem by Gina Norman/ June 18, 2004 A poem about the God who guides and protects us as our shepherd. Memories poem by Darrell Rohling / June 11, 2004 Come jump into the ledges of you own memories after reading this poem. How have yours contributed to who you are?   Press On a piece by Dean Robinson / May 28, 2004 How are weariness, darkness, failures and burdens beneficial to followers of Christ? Read Press On to learn from believer's experience. The Beginning and the End poem by Gina Norman / May 21, 2004 Read a short, thoughtful poem about the enjoyment of cultivating a relationship with Christ throughout every day.   One in Christ a piece by Dean Robinson / May 14, 2004 Sometimes, we come together because of our differences only to find how much our need for God unites us. Read a short testimonial and poem in One in Christ. Crucified story by Darrell Rohling / May 7, 2004 Megalomaniac or Messiah? Read a slightly fragmented story about a man named Ed and determine for yourself his real identity. Is his life one of sacrifice or self-servitude? Antique Loyalty, Part 2 story by Darrell Rohling / April 30, 2004 The second half of a short story about past and present marital loyalty.  Abandoned poem by Gina Norman / April 30, 2004 Read poem about how God forgives even our willing and confessed abandonment of him through his incredible mercy. Transformation poem by Dean Robinson / April 23, 2004 We all share in a similiar calling from God-the call of transformation. Read a poem about this calling we all have. Antique Loyalty, Part 1 short story by Darrell Rohling / April 23, 2004 Meet 80-something Herman & Gladys whose retired routine seems a sedated layer compared to their earlier marriage. Feel how past and present loyalty is tested and enduring. Space Mate short story by Darrell Rohling / April 9, 2004 A father and young daughter learn to live without their mother, an astronaut who dies in a shuttle accident. Don't Fade Away poem by Gina Norman / April 9, 2004 Read a poem dedicated to those who suffer from anorexia. You'd Do It Again poem by Gina Norman / April 2, 2004 Read a poem about the writer's personal response to the crucifixion. Relinquish poem by Dean Robinson / March 26, 2004 When life throws us fastballs and curve balls, confess your sins to God in order to best handle disillusionment disillusionment that follows.  Above All Things poem by Dean Robinson / March 19, 2004 Read a poem about placing God before everything else in our lives. Malcolm and Mandi short story by Darrell Rohling / March 19, 2004 Listen in on a conversation between friends about a dysfunctional dating relationship...with a shocking ending. The Joy of the Lord short story by Taylor Kent / January 16, 2004 This piece is definitely not a typical church web site text!  Be surprised and challenged with a story that begins, "The naked man looked down at the leathery corpse leaning against a chain-link fence."